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The Bilingual Legal Counsel is responsible for preparing, reviewing and negotiating agreements and other documents while advising business units within the company on a broad range of legal issues. This is a bilingual position and the successful incumbent will be required to work in both official languages.
We are excited to offer a new and adaptive way of working that provides flexibility in the workforce while maintaining operational readiness! By blending remote and in-office work, we are able to take advantage of the independence and flexibility that comes with working from home, and the collaboration, teamwork and sense of belonging that comes from working together face-to-face. Our Work-style Program offers the best of both situations: structure and sociability with independence and flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, review and negotiate commercial and transactional documents, including agreements with dealers, customers, and suppliers; RFPs and procurement agreements; and other related documents.
Provide general day-to-day legal advice to business units in such areas as on privacy, CASL, advertising, marketing, product liability, consumer-related law, competition law, technology licensing; trademarks and other intellectual property; employment law; and corporate governance
Respond to routine inquiries with respect to interpretation of legislation and regulations affecting the company
Provide litigation support, including gathering evidence, investigating facts and responding to discovery requests Participate in legal compliance programs and assist with in internal administrative procedures
Prepare legal documents and reports
Conduct research on various legal issues
Assist senior lawyers as needed
Participate in cross-functional corporate teams as required
To Succeed, You Will Have
LLB/ JD and/or BCL degree from a recognized Canadian University
Member in good standing of a provincial law society
4-6 years of related work experience in a law firm or corporation
Ability to review and analyze contracts, apply legal principles, and assess risks to Canon’s business
Good project/process management skills to follow-up with business units and customers during contract process and escalate issues as required
Strong ability to balance conflicting priorities for all business units and meet all deadlines to prevent negatively impacting business operations
Experience with a Document Management System
Good computer/technical skills to conduct research, use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficiency in both English and French
Why Join?
COVID-19 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Canon is committed to the health and safety of our employees, customers and communities.
By monitoring public health conditions and following local COVID-19 guidelines, we are taking necessary precautions and putting the safety of our employees and candidates first. Employees are required to be fully vaccinated and must provide Canon with proof of vaccination or undergo regular COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Screening in order to access the workplace. Canon will provide reasonable accommodation if the successful candidate cannot be vaccinated due to grounds protected by human rights legislation in their province of employment.
HYBRID WORK
This position offers a Hybrid work schedule. You will be required to be in the office Mondays and Wednesdays each week, with the ability to work from home for the remainder of the week (subject to specific business needs requiring office attendance)
When working from home, a reliable Internet connection is required. Remote work is supported with cloud-based applications and collaboration tools
BENEFITS
Comprehensive health coverage plan that includes medical, dental and vision
Life insurance, disability and wellness programs
Vacation, Paid Personal Time and Sick days
Matching RRSP contribution & Profit Sharing Program
Tuition Assistance Program for professional continuing education
Discounts on Canon products, retailers, memberships and more!
EMPLOYEE PERKS
On-site cafeteria and outdoor patio
Employee gym and fitness centre
Employee referral program
Inspire Program, on-line peer-to-peer recognition for redeemable points on hundreds of products.
Community involvement
Come and join our team and reap the rewards as we work to take Canon to the next level!
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, exceptional growth potential and stability, all within a casual and professional work environment.
While we appreciate all applicant submissions, only those considered to be most qualified will be contacted for further assessment.
Canon Canada Inc. is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us via email at accessibility@canada.canon.com or via phone at 1-855-531-3850 or 905-863-8713
Since 1973, Canon Canada has been the leading provider of consumer, business, professional and medical digital imaging innovation. Technology continuously changes, but our vision and commitment to delivering exceptional solutions and great customer experiences never does.
Headquartered in Brampton, Ontario, with 12 additional offices across the country, Canon is the preferred choice for technology and services that enhance the lives of people and drive business performance. We are committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, and provide 100% Canadian-based service and support for every product we distribute.
Every day our team comes to work excited to tackle real-world challenges, conceive new ideas and develop groundbreaking, innovative solutions — to make a difference for our customers, our business partners, our colleagues and our company.
We’re proud of the difference we make for our customers and our business partners, and in the communities where we live and work.
